Bright Star the Musical
November 1st - November 17th 2024
Venue: Mesa Arts Center 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201
Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past—and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.
Bright Star is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by
Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com
Music, Book & Story: Steve Martin
Music, Lyrics & Story: Edie Brickell
Cast
Alice Murphy: Lauren Berman
Alice U/s: Keilani Akagi
Billy Cane: Isreal Rodriguez
Billy/Jimmy Swing: Jason Irr
Daddy Cane: Matt Snell
Daddy Murphy: Jeremy Holley
Daddys/Mayor Swing: TBD
Darryl Ames: Donovan Reza
Dr. Norquist/Ens: Carlin Thomas
Edna/Ens: Mars Madison
Ensemble: Addysen Ortiz
Ensemble: Maria Santillan
Ensemble: Matthias Rodriquez
Ensemble: Peyton Parks
Ensemble: Tyler Snell
Ensemble: Zoee Woods
Ensemble: Zoey Waller
Ensemble/Well Dressed Woman: Destiny Walsh
Florence/Ensemble: Cné Serrano
Government Clerk/Ensemble: Dani Topel
Jimmy Ray Dobbs: Taylor Hudson
Lucy Grant: Morgan Lee
Lucy/Margo Swing: McKenzie Jessen
Mama Murphy: Dawn Gunderson
Mama U/s: TBD
Margo Crawford: River Moyes
Max: Brigham Norton
Mayor Josiah Dobbs: Daniel V. Brugger
Stanford Adams: Gage Vaughn
Crew
Director: Chris R. Chávez
Choreographer: Precious West
Music Director/Conductor/Keyboard: Thomas Hartwell
Technical Director: Cheryl Briley
Production Manager: Lorelee Godden
Co-Stage Manager: .Alexandra Kallis
Co-Stage Manager & Intimacy Coordination: Nat Coe
Assistant Stage Manager: Megan Johnson
Scenic Designer: Phil Staley
Co-Scenic Designer: Michael Esparza
Carpenters: Cheryl Briley, Michael Esparza, Phil Stanley, Dave Roden
Scenic Painter: Gracie Ruiz
Photographer: Jennifer Giralo
Properties Designer: Dolores Mendoza
Lighting Designer: Rob Littlefield
Costume, Hair & Makeup Design: Colin Patrick
Sound Designer: Joshua Rife
Sound Board Operator: Megan Buchert
Spot Operator: Stephanie Self
Marketing & Social Media: Austin Beggs
Marketing Committee Member: Ollie Slade
Fiddle: Jayson James
Cello: Bailey Carlson
Bass: Adam Green
Viola: Jordyn Starks
Banjo, Mandolin & Guitar: Ukiah Odom
Guitar: Lesle St. John
Percussion: Carlin Thomas
Interim Artistic Director: Brianna Fallon
